KOCHI: Indian Naval Ship (INS) Trishul successfully concluded her port call at Lisbon, Portugal, on October 21, 2026, marking a significant milestone in India’s ongoing maritime diplomacy and strategic engagement in the region. The visit provided an effective platform for professional exchanges, joint knowledge-sharing, and bilateral operational alignment between the Indian Navy and the Portuguese Navy.
During the deployment, the Commanding Officer of INS Trishul met with the Commander of the Portuguese Navy to discuss strategies aimed at enhancing operational synergy, expanding interoperability, and unlocking new avenues for bilateral naval cooperation. The Ambassador of India to Portugal, H.E. Puneet R. Kundal, also visited the frigate and interacted with the officers and crew.
As part of the outreach program, the warship hosted guided tours for members of the Indian diaspora and Portuguese naval personnel. A grand cultural reception was organized onboard, attended by Ambassador Puneet R. Kundal, diplomats from various partner nations, Rear Admiral Paulo Silva Pereira (Deputy Fleet Commander and Flotilla Commander of the Portuguese Navy), and senior officers from the Portuguese and Brazilian Navies.
The port call formed an integral part of INS Trishul’s overseas operational deployment, reinforcing India’s commitment to fostering friendly international maritime partnerships, operational camaraderie, and regional security cooperation.
